Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

What is Emotional Freedom Technique?

Emotional Freedom Technique is often called 'tapping therapy' and
has been described as 'acupuncture without the needles.' It is based
on the belief that we can remove emotional disturbances by restoring
balance to the body's energy system.

During an EFT session, a client can work towards clearing ‘blockages’ or ‘disruptions’ in
their energy system, by tapping on particular points on their face
and hands - these points correspond to specific meridians.

EFT is gentle and painless. It is quick to do, and you can safely
use the techniques for yourself at home.

Emotional Freedom Technique can work on almost any issue, physical
or emotional. It works on a physical level, by sending pulses of
energy to rebalance the body's energy system, and on a cognitive
level, by
changing the way you think about your chosen issue. It encourages
you to shed negative emotions or physical reactions, and can give
you a
much greater sense of control over your own thoughts and choices.

What to expect in an Emotional Freedom Technique session?

You will be asked to focus on your chosen issue while you gently tap
on a sequence of meridian points on your face and hands. At the same
time as tapping, you'll be asked to repeat out loud some affirmations
which relate particularly to you - these affirmations will be
ones you have decided on with your therapist.

By doing these things, you stimulate activity in specific areas of
the brain, which has a positive effect on your mental processes.
Usually, the negative feelings you have been experience begin to
reduce during
the session and it may be possible to resolve these completely. It's
quite normal to feel a bit silly when you first start using EFT,
but your therapist will tap along with you, and if you can have
a laugh
or a chuckle while you work on your chosen issue, so much the better!

If you would like more information and to make an appointment please
call or visit the Meridian Centre.